ANSI 40 Roller Chain from China

This articulated link roller chain has a pitch of 1/2 inch (12.7 mm), less than 50 mm, and contains more than 3 parts per pitch including inner links, outer links, bushings, and rollers. It is classified under HTS 7315.11.0045 as a steel roller chain of iron or steel for power transmission in machinery. The chain's design fits the 'other' category for chains not exceeding 50 mm pitch with multiple components per pitch.

Duty Rate — China → United States

35%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify chain pitch and part count per pitch with manufacturer specs to confirm HTS 7315.11.0045 classification; mismatches lead to reclassification

Provide detailed engineering drawings or samples for CBP review to avoid disputes on 'roller chain' vs other chain types

Ensure country-of-origin marking on packaging as chains are often scrutinized for anti-dumping duties from certain origins